A controversial strike three call ended the Dominican Republic's hopes of making it to the World Baseball Classic final and allowed Team USA to advance.

On a night when All-Stars and future Hall of Famers thrilled fans and each other until the final out, Aaron Judge proclaimed the World Baseball Classic had grown into the sport's biggest event.

The USA captain uncorked a 95.7-mph lightning bolt to throw out Fernando Tatis Jr. to end the third inning.

A dominant U.S. pitching staff held the Dominican Republic’s explosive lineup to one run.

MIAMI — The final pitch of Sunday’s tense World Baseball Classic semifinal between Team USA and the Dominican Republic didn’t just end a game — it reignited the need for baseball’s automated…

In a second consecutive highly impressive performance, Albuquerque boxer Jason Sanchez defeated the Dominican Republic’s YeYery Castillo by third-round TKO on a King’s Promotions card Saturday night in El Paso. Sanchez improved his record to 18-6 with 10 wins by knockout. Castillo, who lost his second bout in a row — both by knockout — is 14-2 with 11 KOs. The bout at the El Paso County ...

Gunnar Henderson will start at third base over Alex Bregman for the United States in Sunday's World Baseball Classic semifinal against the Dominican Republic, a decision that manager Mark DeRosa said…

This could be a matchup beyond belief.

The DR put on another show, while Team USA was able to sneak past Canada.

The deceased's wife allegedly played a "key role" in organizing the homicide.

The Dominican Republic qualified for its third Olympics in baseball.

The U.S. will face the Dominican Republic, which crushed South Korea 10-0 in seven innings in its quarterfinal, in the semifinals on Sunday.

The Dominican Republic leads the World Baseball Classic in many offensive categories

The WBC’s Elite Eight is set, and Team USA just squeaked its way in.

The best Bosnian-Herzegovinian tennis player Damir Džumhur (ATP 64th) was defeated in the first round of the tournament in the Dominican Republic, and the match was marked by the unsportsmanlike conduct of his opponent Chaka Wong (ATP 123rd).

Hyun-Jin Riu will take the mound against the Dominican Republic in the latest round of the World Baseball Classic

Italy, Dominican Republic remain perfect. Canada eliminates Cuba. Team USA sneaks into the elimination rounds.

Our Dominican Republic vs. Venezuela predictions expect Julio Rodriguez and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. to power DR past Venezuela on Wednesday, March 11.

On this episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss Italy’s major upset against the United States and preview the final three games of pool play.

The Dominican Republic puts its unbeaten start on the line against Israel in a World Baseball Classic Pool D matchup as both teams look to strengthen their position in the race for the quarterfinals. MORE: Best players of Team Dominican…

Albert Pujols went viral taking some swings in the batting cage with an interesting bet for his team

Fernando Tatis Jr. knew the ball was gone, knew he had just hit a grand slam, knew the fans at loanDepot Park were going to spend the next few moments roaring so loudly that their cries would keep…

On this episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman recap all the action from the World Baseball Classic pool play from this weekend.

To strengthen the red team in Survivor, another new player landed in the Dominican Republic, as we watched in the new episode that aired on Saturday night on SKAI.

Pool D action Friday in Miami features the Dominican Republic, highlighted by stars like Juan Soto and Julio Rodríguez, taking on Nicaragua in the World Baseball Classic. MORE: How to live stream World Baseball Classic 2026, WBC, TV channel How…

Tarik Skubal is scheduled to pitch in a spring training game for the Detroit Tigers on March 16, the same day Team USA faces a potential semifinal game in the World Baseball Classic. MORE: Astros, Dominican Republic get bad news…

The Dominican Republic will again be one of the favorites at this year's World Baseball Classic.

Shortstop Jeremy Peña won’t compete for his native Dominican Republic in the World Baseball Classic, and might begin the season on the Houston Astros’ injured list.

Willy Pumarol of the Dominican Republic won the APGA at TPC San Antonio, beating Andrew Walker in a playoff and earning $8,000.

Boston Red Sox young starting pitcher Brayan Bello put together an impressive outing for the Dominican Republic today in a WBC scrimmage against the Detroit Tigers.

One day after Johan Rojas was suddenly removed from the World Baseball Classic roster of his native Dominican Republic, the Philadelphia Phillies outfielder was facing a possible 80-game PED suspension by Major League Baseball according to multiple reports. MORE: Former…

Spring Training gets a postseason-style jolt on Tuesday, March 3, as the Boston Red Sox host Puerto Rico at JetBlue Park in Fort Myers, Florida. MORE: Team USA debuts stacked exhibition lineup before 2026 World Baseball Classic Tuesday will kick…

Led by stars including Ronald Acuna Jr., Venezuela hopes for a long run in the WBC bracket after falling in the quarterfinals last time.

The Embassy of Canada to the Dominican Republic says there were Canadians involved in a tourist bus accident in the Caribbean nation on Sunday night.

Portuguese sailors are attempting to prevent the sale of the ship Mondego to the Dominican Republic, arguing that the sale would destroy evidence crucial to an ongoing insubordination case against military personnel. Lawyers have petitioned the court to halt the process.

Israel and Nicaragua are the clear underdogs in Pool D, which begins play March 6 in Miami.

On February 27, 1844, the independence of the Dominican Republic from Haiti was proclaimed, marking a new phase in turbulent Caribbean history.

The first 'Guide to Doing Business in the Dominican Republic' has been published and is available on the website of the Italian Embassy in Santo Domingo, aiming to assist businesses in a high-potential market.

Inside the bribery plot that led to a DEA supervisor’s downfall in the Dominican Republic  Associated Press News

The United States advanced to its third WBC final in a row and will try to win its second Classic championship and first since 2017.

In the semifinals of the WBC (World Baseball Classic), the United States defeated the Dominican Republic 2-1 in a pitchers' duel, securing their spot in the final for the third consecutive tournament.

Gunnar Henderson and Roman Anthony homered and the United States limited the Dominican Republic’s electric offense to win a thrilling semifinal 2-1 and move one win from capturing its second World…

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The Seattle Mariners star had quite an eventful inning while playing for the Dominican Republic against Team USA.

The U.S. is going away from the Mariners catcher.

Our Sharks vs. Senators predictions expect Tim Stutzle to let it rip at home.

With its pitchers getting knocked around left and right, South Korea's run at the World Baseball Classic ended with a big loss in the quarterfinals Friday night in Miami. South Korea endured a 10-0 loss to the mighty Dominican Republic at loanDepot park, a game that was called after seven innings when Austin Wells' three-run shot provided the final margin of victory. Under WBC regulations, a game can be called early if a team is up by 15 runs after five innings or 10 runs after seven innings. Th

In the quarterfinals of the WBC (World Baseball Classic), the previous runner-up, the USA, narrowly defeated Canada 5-3 to advance to the semifinals. The USA will face the Dominican Republic in the semifinals.

One semifinal is set as USA and the Dominican Republic advance

Austin Wells ended the game with a three-run home run.

We have two quarter final WBC games today. 6:30 PM: Korea vs. Dominican Republic Hyun Jim Ryu, who you might remember, starts for Korea. Cristopher Sánchez for DR. Vlad is in the cleanup spot. 8:00 PM: USA vs. Canada. Logan Webb starts for the US. Mike Soroka for Canada.

Bosnian tennis player Damir Džumhur lost his temper during his defeat in the second round of the Challenger tournament in Cap Cana, Dominican Republic.

KBO preseason to start this week amid WBC fever  Korea JoongAng Daily

Pool play wraps up with a thrilling day of baseball.

The Dominican Republic and Venezuela face off in a blockbuster World Baseball Classic matchup that will decide the group winner and quarterfinal seeding. Both teams have gone 3–0 in pool play and shown potent offense and pitching, setting up a…

(ANSA) - SANTO DOMINGO, 11 MAR - The exhibition 'Città in Scena. Urban regeneration: the Italian path towards a sustainable future', promoted by the Italian Embassy in the Dominican Republic on the…

Samurai Japan will next face either Venezuela, which has a strong roster, or a Dominican Republic team that could double as an MLB All-Star squad.

Japan's next game will be in the WBC quarterfinals against either the Dominican Republic or Venezuela.

Tatis' grand slam, 6 RBIs leads Dominican Republic over Israel 10-and into WBC quarterfinals  AP News

Get the best Netherlands vs. Dominican Republic predictions ahead of Sunday's matchup in Miami. Free World Baseball Classic picks for March 8.

The US and Dominican Republic got some early scares, but in the end all the favorites won.

This year’s tournament could be the most challenging in WBC history.

Shohei Ohtani and Japan, the United States and the Dominican Republic are among the teams in action on Friday.

Shohei Ohtani, Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Aaron Judge top the list of stars who will participate in the World Baseball Classic. Here is what you need to know.

Brooks Nader shares stunning bikini photos from her Dominican Republic getaway at Amanera Resort with her sisters from their show 'Love Thy Nader.'

Few countries in the world produce baseball talent at the level of the Dominican Republic.

Detroit Tigers vs. Panama Time/Place: 1:05 p.m., Joker Marchant Stadium – Media: None Detroit Tigers vs.

The World Baseball Classic starts to loom, and in addition to the game here, fourteen other participant countries will also be playing exhibition games here or in Florida. Among the D-backs taking part, Ketel Marte and Geraldo Perdomo are batting 2nd and 9th respectively, as the Dominican Republic take on the Tigers. Druw Jones is […]

Detroit Tigers owner Christopher Ilitch gave us a wide-ranging interview in Dominican Republic, with insight into Tarik Skubal's future, luxury tax.

Team Canada will be without the 2024 World Series MVP as it looks to make a deep run in the tournament.

Our 2026 World Baseball Classic predictions and free baseball picks. The Dominican Republic can topple Team USA, Samurai Japan.

The Caribbean island of the Dominican Republic is experiencing a slowdown in its tourism growth, despite being the second-largest destination in the region. The country aims to attract more foreign visitors, particularly from France.

YouTube golf's best sticks had a busy week, competing everywhere from New Zealand to the Dominican Republic.

The Amir has extended congratulations to the president of the Dominican Republic, marking a diplomatic exchange between the two nations.

Italian Ambassador to the Dominican Republic, Stefano Queirolo Palmas, received an honorary doctorate from the Central University of the East (UCE) in San Pedro de Macoris.

Predictions for the 2026 World Baseball Classic show the U.S. and Japan as top contenders, with the Dominican Republic also being a team to watch.

Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes will make one of the biggest starts of his life tonight in the World Baseball Classic semifinal game between Team USA and the Dominican Republic at LoanDepot Park…

Paul Skenes' gamble paid off in a big way as he led the U.S. past a stacked Dominican Republic lineup.

Team USA suffered a shock in the ongoing World Baseball Classics when they lost to Italy in their Pool B encounter, but have since recovered strongly to get to where everyone thought they would…

Julio Rodriguez delivered a highlight moment at the WBC with a soaring catch that robbed Aaron Judge of extra bases and stunned the crowd.

Team USA starting pitcher Paul Skenes, in perhaps the most clutch pitching performance by anyone in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, limited a powerful Dominican Republic lineup to one run in 4.1…

Dominican Republic WBC squad is stacked with superstars like Juan Soto, Vladimir Guerreto Jr. and Manny Machado.

The World Baseball Classic continues to take center stage.

Team USA advanced to the 2026 World Baseball Classic semifinal after holding off Canada in the quarterfinal on Friday night. The United States is set for a high-profile showdown against the loaded lineup of the Dominican Republic, which punched its…

Team USA and the Dominican Republic both punched their tickets to the semi-finals of the WBC to face each other.

Brice Turang's and Pete Crow-Armstrong's consecutive RBI singles proved to be the difference.

It's not the way he wanted to end it, but following a loss to the Dominican Republic in the quarterfinals of the World Baseball Classic (WBC) on Friday, South Korean pitcher Ryu Hyun-jin announced…

Korea’s national baseball team is set to take on the Dominican Republic in a World Baseball Classic matchup in LoanDepot Park, Florida. MORE: Official USA World Baseball Classic 2026 gear: WBC jerseys, hats and more How to Watch Korea vs…

The veteran pitcher that the team trusted the most couldn't deliver the goods, and the relievers that followed him failed to put out the fire, as South Korea took a beating from the Dominican Republic in the quarterfinals of the World Baseball Classic (WBC) on Friday. The Dominicans shut down South Korea 10-0 at loanDepot park in Miami to advance to the semifinals. The game ended on a mercy rule with two outs in the seventh when Austin Wells' three-run home run gave the Dominicans a 10-run lead.

Julio Rodriguez would rather win the WBC than the World Series. Recently, in a post-game interview after the Dominican Republic played in the WBC, Rodriguez said, “I love the Mariners.

Here is everything you need to know about Celtics vs. Thunder, including TV and streaming options for Thursday's game.

Damir Džumhur was eliminated in the round of 16 of the Copa Cap Cana challenger.

In the World Baseball Classic (WBC), the Dominican Republic defeated Venezuela 7-5 in the final game of the first round, Group D. As a result, Japan's opponent in the quarterfinals will be Venezuela, who advanced as the second-place team in the group.

For baseball fans looking to watch stars from the Dominican Republic or Venezuela play in the World Baseball Classic, this is very disappointing news.

Paula Cury discusses taking “the hard route” for her first feature film, premiering at Copenhagen doc fest CPH:DOX, finding “very brave” women to speak up, and the global backlash against women’s…

The Royals' top prospect is having a strong spring, partially thanks to his international experience.

In the WBC (World Baseball Classic), the Dominican Republic and Venezuela have both advanced to the quarterfinals with three consecutive wins in Group D of the first round. The two teams are scheduled to play each other in their fourth game, and the losing team will face Japan, who advanced as the top seed from Group C, in the quarterfinals.

This is a hilarious way to mess with your friend.

The local talents had been relatively quiet through two games for Team Dominican Republic, but they were finally able to make their mark in Sunday’s win over the Netherlands.

Rays slugger Junior Caminero had a celebration for the ages after a tie-breaking home run.

A Winnipeg woman killed in a bus crash while on vacation is being remembered as a determined, caring and selfless mother who always offered a helping hand to those who needed it — whether it be volunteering or rescuing stray cats.

Cuba vs. Panama, 11 AM EST on FS2; Netherlands vs. Venezuela, 12 PM EST on Tubi; Mexico vs. Great Britain, 1 PM EST on FS1; Puerto Rico vs. Colombia, 6 PM EST on FS1; Nicaragua vs. Dominican Republic, 7 PM EST...

Both the Houston Astros and the Dominican Republic's World Baseball Classic squad were dealt a big blow when Jeremy Peña suffered a finger fracture.

A question off the top….do we want GameThreads for WBC games? Just for Team Canada games? USA games? Japan? Dominican Republic? All the games? I guess I could put up a GameThread, each morning, for all the WBC games of that day. Anyway give your opinion. Today we have the Jays traveling to North Port, […]

The World Baseball Classic has seen five champions since 2006. See how Japan, Team USA and the Dominican Republic stack up.

A Manitoba woman who died after a bus accident in the Dominican Republic on Sunday is being remembered as a "fearless" traveller who was passionate about exploring the world.

Detroit Tigers vs. Dominican Republic Time/Place: 6:05 p.m., Estadio Quisqueya Juan Marichal – Santo Domingo, DRMedia: MLB Network, Tigers Radio Network

This is just unfair.

Conflicting emotions are on tap for Canadian baseball fans Tuesday as Canada faces the Jays.

The Dominican Republic marked the 182nd anniversary of Dominican independence in Seoul on Thursday. The Dominican Republic celebrates its declaration of independence by activists led by Juan Pablo Duarte in 1844 on Feb. 27 each year. “Our independence is not merely a chapter in a history book,” Dominican Ambassador to Korea Angie Martinez said in her remarks, highlighting shared resilience and ‘complementarity’ with South Korea, "It was not inherited — it has been strengthened and renewed by eac

Wenceel Pérez and Thayron Liranzo were at the top of the list for the Detroit Tigers' 35-player roster for two games against the Dominican Republic.

No one was expecting this result.

Italian Ambassador Stefano Queirolo Palmas was awarded the Grand Officer of the Order of Merit of Duarte, Sánchez, and Mella during a ceremony at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Dominican Republic.

A large part of the Dominican Republic, including the capital Santo Domingo, experienced a widespread power outage due to a serious system malfunction. The network operator has begun restoration efforts.

Feb. 18—Former Illinois guards Malcolm Hill and Tevian Jones (plus one-time Illini signee Jeremiah Tilmon) were named to Team USA's FIBA World Cup qualifying team Tuesday. Training camp starting Friday and running through Feb. 25 in Oceanside, Calif. The U.S. will then play the Dominican Republic on Feb. 26 and Mexico on March 1. The qualifying team also includes Taevion Kinsey, Brandon ...